Food and Nutrition Basics Flashcards
Name the four macronutrients.
Protein, fat, carbohydrates, water
Name the two micronutrients.
Minerals, vitamins
Which vitamins are fat soluble?
A, D, E, K
Which vitamins are water soluble?
B-complex, C
Which vitamin are Canadians most likely to be inadequate in?
D
Which vitamin can the body produce endogenously?
Vitamin D
Which chronic diseases might be caused by diet?
Heart disease, diabetes, certain forms of cancer, dental diseases, adult bone loss
What % of Canadians are classified as obese?
20%
What lifestyle choices have a stronger influence than diet?
Smoking & Tabacco Use
Excessive alcohol consumption
What are the five building blocks of a nutritious diet?
1) Variety
2) Balance
3) Calorie Count
4) Adequacy
5) Moderation
What are some of our current food challenges?
- Abundance of processed foods
- What drives our food choices
Name some reasons why we cook.
- Change/improve taste of food, appearance, texture
- To make food safer, more digestible
- To increase shelf life
What percentage of males and females over the age of 1 year, consume vitamin and mineral supplements?
Women: 35%
Men: 32%
What percentage of Canadians are classified as obese?
20%
What are other factors that affect health?
Sleep, stress, physical activity
